MT&C · Sample Trip

Tokyo Fashion+

A self-directed, high-fashion Japan shopping journey for the discerning traveler. Tokyo flagships, Kyoto craft ateliers, Osaka luxury resale, and HOSHINOYA Tokyo.

Dates tailored to you
Private Trip
10 Days · 9 Nights
Tokyo3 nights
Kyoto3 nights
Osaka/Kobe2 nights
Tokyo1 night
A Kyoto interlude

See autumn color set Kyoto aglow

Step into the atmosphere behind the journey—temple paths, burnished maples, and the quiet elegance that makes Kyoto unforgettable in fall.

Nine nights, thoughtfully placed

Hotel allowances are early-booking planning figures. THE GATE HOTEL Kyoto Takasegawa and Zentis Osaka are representative four-star options selected to keep the itinerary aligned with the current estimate; final properties and rates depend on desired trip dates.

The Tokyo EDITION, Ginza
The Tokyo EDITION, Ginza
Tokyo · 3 nights

The Tokyo EDITION, Ginza

Provisional Base Booking

THE GATE HOTEL Kyoto Takasegawa
THE GATE HOTEL Kyoto
Kyoto · 3 nights

THE GATE HOTEL Kyoto Takasegawa

Suggested 4-star planning option

Zentis Osaka
Zentis Osaka
Osaka · 2 nights

Zentis Osaka

Suggested 4-star planning option

HOSHINOYA Tokyo
HOSHINOYA Tokyo
Tokyo · 1 night

HOSHINOYA Tokyo

Provisional Base Booking

The route, day by day

Day 01

Arrival in Tokyo

Settle into your Ginza base before stepping directly out to Chuo-dori's high-fashion flagships.

Afternoon
The Tokyo EDITION, GinzaProvisional
Hotel

Flagship boutiques on Chuo-dori outside; walkable to Higashi-Ginza.

Evening
Chuo-dori Flagship BoutiquesProvisional
Shopping

New-luxury flagship stroll before tomorrow's vintage crawl.

Evening
L'OsierProvisional
Restaurant

Michelin two-star French fine dining in the heart of Ginza; a refined close to the arrival day.

Day 02

Leisurely Brunch & Omotesando/Setagaya Boutiques

A slower start after arrival — sleep in, then an elegant brunch minutes from the hotel before an afternoon touring the flagship houses of Omotesando and the quieter boutique enclaves of Setagaya.

Late Morning
Brunch at Shiseido Parlour, GinzaProvisional
Restaurant

An unhurried, elegant brunch a short walk from the hotel — Ginza's most storied dining room, open since 1902.

Early Afternoon
Omotesando & Aoyama FlagshipsProvisional
Shopping

Dior's Omotesando flagship, the Prada Aoyama building, Comme des Garçons, and the tree-lined Omotesando promenade.

Late Afternoon
Jiyugaoka, SetagayaProvisional
Shopping

A residential-chic boutique town in Setagaya-ku — independent ateliers, patisseries, and curated concept stores away from the crowds.

Evening
Aoyama DinnerProvisional
Restaurant

A relaxed dinner near the boutiques before returning to Ginza for the night.

Day 03

Ginza Vintage Crawl

An intensive day diving deep into Ginza's unparalleled vintage luxury ecosystem and fine jewelry.

Midday
Ginza Kojyu
Restaurant

Three-Michelin-star kaiseki counter tasting menu; among the most exclusive, hardest-to-book reservations in Tokyo.

Midday
Ginza Vintage Luxury CrawlProvisional
Shopping

4-story Hermes-focused Allu flagship, Komehyo, Brand Off, and Casanova Vintage.

Late Afternoon
Ginza Fine Jewelry & Watch HousesProvisional
Shopping

Van Cleef & Arpels, Harry Winston, and investment-grade pre-owned Rolex/Patek.

Evening
Ginza DinnerProvisional
Restaurant

Celebrate the day's finds.

Day 04

Shinkansen to Kyoto

Transition from high fashion to heritage as you explore Higashiyama's pottery and textile shops.

Morning
Bullet Train to KyotoProvisional
Transit

Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Kyoto Station (approx 2h 15m).

Midday
Toji TempleProvisional
Tourism

Tallest pagoda in Kyoto near the station.

Afternoon
Nanzenji & HigashiyamaProvisional
Tourism

Aqueduct grounds leading into Higashiyama shopping lanes.

Late Afternoon
Ninenzaka & SannenzakaProvisional
Shopping

Pottery, textile, and machiya craft shopping.

Evening
Gion Stroll & DinnerProvisional
Restaurant

Lantern-lit streets and traditional dining.

Day 05

Arashiyama Heritage

A calmer day on Kyoto's western edge, trading crowds for serene temples and riverside dining.

Morning
Adashino Nenbutsuji Temple
Tourism

Same bamboo aesthetic as Arashiyama but a fraction of the crowds; 8,000 stone memorial statues.

Late Morning
Togetsukyo BridgeProvisional
Tourism

Riverside bridge photo stop.

Midday
Saga-Arashiyama Shopping StreetProvisional
Shopping

Sweets, chirimen crafts, kimono rental.

Afternoon
Kyoto Botanical GardensProvisional
Tourism

Fall color at a quieter pace.

Evening
Riverside DinnerProvisional
Restaurant

Cafes along the Katsura River.

Day 06

Mountain Spa & Downtown Watches

Retreat into the mountains for a restorative open-air bath before exploring downtown Kyoto's luxury outposts.

Morning
Kurama Onsen
Spa

30-min train into mountains, open-air bath with fall foliage views.

Late Afternoon
Daimaru Kyoto - Jewelry & Clock SalonProvisional
Shopping

6th floor: Grand Seiko, Patek Philippe, and more.

Late Afternoon
Nishiki Market & Shijo-KawaramachiProvisional
Shopping

Downtown Kyoto's main shopping artery.

Evening
Pontocho DinnerProvisional
Restaurant

Riverside dining alley for a memorable last Kyoto night.

Day 07

Osaka Resale Deep Dive

Navigate the deepest luxury resale concentration in Japan through Umeda, Shinsaibashi, and Namba.

Morning
AURA UmedaProvisional
Shopping

High-end vintage jewelry, watches, accessories.

Midday
Shinsaibashi & Namba Resale CrawlProvisional
Shopping

Deepest luxury resale concentration in Japan.

Afternoon
AmerikamuraProvisional
Shopping

Trendy district change of pace, vintage streetwear.

Evening
Dotonbori DinnerProvisional
Restaurant

Neon canal-side dining strip.

Day 08

Kobe Foreign Settlement

Wander the sloped, European-feeling streets and the Old Foreign Settlement's open-air luxury enclave.

Morning
Kitano Ijinkan-gai
Tourism

Sloped streets, preserved Western mansions, and boutiques.

Late Morning
Nunobiki Herb Garden & RopewayProvisional
Tourism

Ropeway with sweeping harbor views.

Midday
Kobe Beef LunchProvisional
Restaurant

Signature Kobe indulgence between shopping stops.

Early Afternoon
Old Foreign SettlementProvisional
Shopping

Chanel, Dior, Louis Vuitton in restored 19th-century architecture.

Late Afternoon
Sannomiya Center Gai & Nankin-machiProvisional
Shopping

Department stores, boutiques, and Chinatown stalls.

Evening
Kobe HarborlandProvisional
Tourism

Waterfront views before the train back to Osaka.

Day 09

Return to Tokyo

Residential-chic curation in Daikanyama before concluding at the pinnacle of urban luxury.

Morning
Shinkansen to TokyoProvisional
Transit

Return trip from Kansai back to central Tokyo.

Midday
Daikanyama T-SITE & BoutiquesProvisional
Shopping

Concept bookstore and boutique-lined slopes.

Afternoon
Nakameguro Canal WalkProvisional
Shopping

Canal-side walk, independent fashion boutiques.

Evening
HOSHINOYA Tokyo
Hotel

Luxury urban ryokan in Otemachi.

Day 10

Departure

One last soak in the rooftop onsen, drawn from 1,500 meters below the city, before heading to the airport.

Early Morning
Morning Onsen
Spa

Baths open until 11:30 AM.

Late Morning
Depart for AirportProvisional
Transit

Transfer to Haneda or Narita.

Logistics & illustrative budget

Prices are estimates subject to availability and final quotes and do not include flights. This remains a private, primarily self-directed itinerary. A local guide from an MT&C partner joins you on four selected shopping and activity days for translation and assistance; the trip does not include continuous, full-time guiding.

Estimated Investment

Solo Traveler$14,750
Two Sharing Suite$19,500

Includes

  • 9 nights luxury hotel accommodations
  • Japan rail and local transportation
  • Local partner guide on 4 selected days
  • Translation and in-person assistance
  • Listed admissions and spa entry
  • Taxes and contingency budget

Excludes

  • Fashion purchases and personal shopping
  • Meals, unless bundled into the final hotel rate
  • Travel insurance
  • Optional upgrades (flight class, room categories)
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A meticulously curated foundation for your own collection.

This sample is a conversation starter, not a set booking. An MT&C travel designer can verify dates, adjust the routing, and seamlessly integrate your personal shopping objectives into the flow of the journey.